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The Ethiopian Bible Explained: What It Is, Its History, and Why It Differs From Western Bibles

What is the Ethiopian Bible? Learn its history, why it has 81 books, how it differs from Western Bibles, and how to read it in English.

4 Foundational Principles for Reading the Bible as Literature

To truly submerse ourselves in God's Word, we have to understand it in the context of its time, place, and culture. Here are four principles for studying the Bible as a work of literature.

Complete Guide to Bible Versions: Comparison, History, and Philosophy of Top Bible Translations [Updated 2025]

Ever wonder why there are so many Bible versions — or how to choose the one for you? Here's everything you need to know about Bible versions and translation.

What Are Paratexts and How Do They Change How We Read the Bible?

Paratexts are all features of a book other than the main text itself — which, in the Bible, is quite a lot — and they change how we experience God's Word, for better and for worse.

What Was the Protestant Reformation? Complete Guide to Its Origins and Impact

A (not so) quick overview of the major figures, events, ideas, and results of the Protestant Reformation in Europe.

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